Digital Editor/Producer (French)
Department: Africa Program
Required education: Bachelor's Degree

Company profile:
Applied Memetics LLC is a professional services company dedicated to integrating and delivering best practice communication and information solutions in pre-conflict, conflict, or post-conflict areas.  The world has changed: ‘always on’ brands require a new way of thinking to engage and manage their consumers. Our purpose is to inspire original thinking through a deeper understanding of technology and human behaviour.  From strategy through to implementation, our teams of connected specialists – all experts in their respective fields – work together to help our clients maximise the opportunities created by the changing digital world and create a multi faceted digital strategy through to implementation.Our work explores a new model of journalism that is based around a global story – in this case, the struggle for human rights and democracy around the world. Our goal is to build a better user experience of these stories by adding context to content, using the latest digital tools of the day. Over time, we hope to add greater clarity, deeper understanding, and more sustained engagement to the conversations surrounding global events. As such, our content is transcribed and translated into English for broadcast to a global audience.

Job description:
Applied Memetics LLC (AM LLC) is seeking a Digital Editor/Producer to work at a US International Media organization.  This mission critical office plays a key role in the development and implementation of innovative media and information communication technology (ICT) projects, programs, and services across U.S. international media. It focuses on expanding the use of the best core technology platforms, as well as assisting entities in executing global digital and brand strategies.  It also builds out the next generation of digital products to present multi-media content in an increasingly complex global media landscape.The ideal candidate must be able to:- Contribute to and, as part of a small team, be responsible for the African Program digital properties, including desktop and mobile websites, social media pages, etc. - Review and edit for journalistic and aesthetic qualities all content for posting or sharing on digital properties - Work at the direction and under the guidance of the chief and the supervision of the African Program Digital Editor - Write and compile news and features that meet journalistic standards - Provide such services in the hours specified by the Service Chief in consultation with the editors, 5 days per week, including Government Holidays.   - Provide such services in French, thus be able to read, write, listen, and speak French fluently- Ensure that all digital content for broadcast meets program’s technical requirements and is designed to grab and hold the attention and interest of  audience- Prepare digital materials/content for broadcast and/or for uploading to theAfrican Program website(s), the 24/7 FM streams, the SMS/IVR system, and other distribution channels as needed- Conceptualize and design complex multimedia programming with an innovative and creative approach, in various formats- Adapt or create still photos, audio, video clips, and other elements to accompany programs or stories when they are published on any platform. Ensures all copyright restrictions are respected- And any other duties that may be required by the service chief in consultation with editor(s) to meet the needs of the African Program.

Requirements:
The potential candidate must:Possess the ability to translate, write, and communicate fluently in French and English - Have demonstrated ability to use digital audio, video, and other editing software products to work with multimedia products professionally and in a journalistic context - Have a proven track record of professional accomplishment in digital production, including use of graphic editing software - Have a proven track record of professional accomplishment in digital journalism, graphic design, and multimedia production

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